Mariam Yalwaji Katagum is a Nigerian politician and a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). She holds the position of the Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment in Nigeria. She was born on March 29, 1957, in Katagum Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
Early Life and Education
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum was raised in her hometown, Katagum, and completed her primary and secondary education there. She proceeded to Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Arts in 1980. She later attended the University of Jos, where she received a Postgraduate Diploma in Education in 1986.
Career
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum began her career in the Nigerian public service as a classroom teacher in 1980. She subsequently worked in various capacities in the service, including as a principal and director in the Bauchi State Ministry of Education. She then moved to the Federal Ministry of Education, where she served as director in charge of the Education Support Services Department.
In 2004, Mariam Yalwaji Katagum was appointed as the Executive Chairman of the Bauchi State Primary Healthcare Development Agency. She served in this capacity until she was elected as a member of the Federal House of Representatives to represent the Katagum Federal Constituency in 2007. She was re-elected in 2011.
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum was appointed as the Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment by President Muhammadu Buhari in 2019. She has worked tirelessly to attract foreign investment and promote the growth of the Nigerian industrial sector.
Political Record
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum’s political record includes:
– Member of the Federal House of Representatives (2007-2015)
– Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment (2019-present)
Personal Life
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum is married and has children. She enjoys reading and traveling in her leisure time.
Net Worth
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum’s net worth is estimated at $1 million. In Nigerian Naira, her net worth is ₦385 million, while in Canadian dollars, it is CAD 1.3 million. Her net worth in Ghanaian cedi is GHC 7 million, in Kenyan shilling, it is KES 88 million, in South African rand, it is ZAR 14 million, in Ugandan shilling, it is UGX 3.7 billion, and in Indian rupee, it is INR 75 million.
Awards and Nominations
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum has received several awards and nominations for her outstanding contributions to the development of Nigeria. These include:
– National Productivity Order of Merit Award (2013)
– Icon of Good Leadership and Service to Humanity Award (2014)
– African Leadership Excellence Award for Distinguished Public Service and Productivity (2015)
Social Media Accounts
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum is active on social media. She can be found on Twitter (@MariamKatagum), Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Conclusion
Mariam Yalwaji Katagum is a distinguished Nigerian politician with decades of experience in public service. She has worked tirelessly to promote education and healthcare, attract foreign investment, and promote the growth of the Nigerian industrial sector. Her outstanding contributions have earned her several awards and recognition.
